If you have just been arrested for a DUI in San Mateo County, undoubtedly you have several questions. Hopefully this website will answer most of them for you. My name is Michael Rehm. I am an Attorney, I practice DUI Defense in San Mateo County. First, you have to understand the basics of the situation you are in. An arrest for driving under the influence initiates two separate and distinct actions.
One of the actions is Criminal Court. You will have a Court date where the District Attorney will, more than likely, file criminal DUI charges against you. This much you have probably already gathered. The second action, and the one most are unfamiliar with, is what the DMV will now do. If you have been arrested for a DUI, normally, law enforcement will confiscate your driver's license, and issue you a temporary driver's license on a pink piece of paper.
Many times, law enforcement will simply hand you the paper and it is up to you to figure out what to do next. Here is what you do next: YOU HAVE 10 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THE ARREST TO SET A HEARING WITH THE DMV.
One of the actions is Criminal Court. You will have a Court date where the District Attorney will, more than likely, file criminal DUI charges against you. This much you have probably already gathered. The second action, and the one most are unfamiliar with, is what the DMV will now do. If you have been arrested for a DUI, normally, law enforcement will confiscate your driver's license, and issue you a temporary driver's license on a pink piece of paper.
Many times, law enforcement will simply hand you the paper and it is up to you to figure out what to do next. Here is what you do next: YOU HAVE 10 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THE ARREST TO SET A HEARING WITH THE DMV.
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As stated on the homepage, when you are arrested for a DUI in San Mateo County the first step is contact the DMV to set up an Administrative Per Se hearing.
This must be done within 10 days of the arrest.
The number to contact is (415) 557-1170.
According to the California DMV, in 2010 San Mateo County experienced 3,682 DUI arrests.
This actually represents a decrease from the year before.
This is still a high number and the prosecution in San Mateo County takes these cases extremely seriously.
This must be done within 10 days of the arrest.
The number to contact is (415) 557-1170.
According to the California DMV, in 2010 San Mateo County experienced 3,682 DUI arrests.
This actually represents a decrease from the year before.
This is still a high number and the prosecution in San Mateo County takes these cases extremely seriously.
Standard San Mateo DUI Penalty - generally the above with 3 years informal probation, the jail can be converted to Sheriffs Work Program.
Ignition interlock device installed in car - After 90 days of the license suspension it becomes an option if you desire a restricted license.
Once an ignition interlock is obtained, you can drive anywhere as long as the vehicle has the IID.
San Mateo Penalty- the jail time can sometimes be converted to Sheriffs Work Program or potentially electronic monitoring.
Ignition interlock device installed in car - After 90 days of the license suspension it becomes an option if you desire a restricted license.
Once an ignition interlock is obtained, you can drive anywhere as long as the vehicle has the IID.
San Mateo Penalty- the jail time can sometimes be converted to Sheriffs Work Program or potentially electronic monitoring.
San Mateo Traffic Lawyer provides representation for traffic citations.
Currently, in San Mateo County, traffic court arraignments are held at 500 County Center Redwood City 94063.
However, once you set your matter for trial, the case can be transferred to 800 North Humboldt San Mateo, CA 94401.
San Mateo County traffic courts are traditionally fair, and obtaining dismissals or reduced charges are not uncommon.
However, there is no guarantee, and a strong defense is necessary if you desire these outcomes.
Currently, in San Mateo County, traffic court arraignments are held at 500 County Center Redwood City 94063.
However, once you set your matter for trial, the case can be transferred to 800 North Humboldt San Mateo, CA 94401.
San Mateo County traffic courts are traditionally fair, and obtaining dismissals or reduced charges are not uncommon.
However, there is no guarantee, and a strong defense is necessary if you desire these outcomes.
If you have been arrested for driving under the influence, you should have been provided with a temporary license from law enforcement.
This temporary license (the pink piece of paper) specifically states on it that the DMV will attempt to suspend your license 30 days from the date of arrest.
In order to avoid this suspension you are entitled to a Administrative Per Se hearing.
In order to have this hearing, you must contact and inform the DMV that you are requesting the hearing within 10 days of the arrest.
This temporary license (the pink piece of paper) specifically states on it that the DMV will attempt to suspend your license 30 days from the date of arrest.
In order to avoid this suspension you are entitled to a Administrative Per Se hearing.
In order to have this hearing, you must contact and inform the DMV that you are requesting the hearing within 10 days of the arrest.
The Law Office of Michael Rehm represents individuals that have been accused of a criminal offense in San Mateo County.
If you have been arrested for a drug offense, or other non-violent crimes, you may eligible for San Mateo County Drug Court or the Bridges program.
If you are facing any misdemeanor or felony, a strong defense is your number one priority.
Penal Code 484 - petty theft, generally can be disposed of with some type of diversion program.
Penal Code 666 - petty theft with a prior.
This charge can either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on how the district attorney wants to file on it.
If you have been arrested for a drug offense, or other non-violent crimes, you may eligible for San Mateo County Drug Court or the Bridges program.
If you are facing any misdemeanor or felony, a strong defense is your number one priority.
Penal Code 484 - petty theft, generally can be disposed of with some type of diversion program.
Penal Code 666 - petty theft with a prior.
This charge can either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on how the district attorney wants to file on it.
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